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Mount the unit upright on a flat vertical bulkhead.
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A safe distance from external magnetic interference: 1m/3ft from VHF,
RDF, Loudspeakers, depth sounders, engines, power cables carrying
heavy current etc.
3m/10ft from Radar and SSB equipment.
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Well protected from physical damage.
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With the connector downwards.
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Secure the unit in the selected site using the self tapping screws provided.
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Route the cable to the Network COMPASS display or the Network PILOT
computer unit avoiding other cables carrying heavy currents, e.g. engine
starter, trim tabs etc.
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Secure in place using cable clips or tie-wraps.
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Avoid bending the cable through a tight radius especially near the
connector as this may damage the wires inside the cable.
SITING THE FLUXGATE
MOUNTING THE FLUXGATE